Finding the Right PhD Topic: A Career-Shaping Decision | FREE Webinar by Great Lakes Chennai Faculty Members

Finding the Right PhD Topic: A Career-Shaping Decision

Webinar by Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai

Embarking on a PhD is one of the most significant milestones in an academic career — and choosing the right research topic is the foundation of that journey. The right topic not only defines your doctoral research but also shapes your academic identity, professional network, and long-term impact.

To help aspiring scholars navigate this crucial step, Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai, is hosting an exclusive webinar on “Finding the Right PhD Topic” on 1 November 2025 (3:00 PM onwards).

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Why This Webinar Matters

Choosing a PhD topic can be overwhelming — balancing interest, originality, and feasibility is no easy task. This session is designed to help you approach topic selection strategically, with clarity and confidence. It will also offer valuable insights into how top researchers define problems, identify research gaps, and position their work for lasting academic impact.

What You’ll Learn

• How to identify your core research interests and refine them
• Assessing novelty, scope, and practical relevance
• Aligning your topic with future research and career goals
• Common mistakes to avoid when choosing a research area
• Expert advice from experienced doctoral mentors

Speakers

The session will be led by senior faculty from Great Lakes Institute of Management with rich academic and research experience:

• Dr. Vidya Mahambare – Union Bank Chair Professor of Economics & Director (Research and FPM)
• Dr. Bharadhwaj S – Dr Bala V and Vasantha Balachandran Chair Professor of Marketing
• Dr. Ranjitha Ajay – Associate Professor – Finance and Area Chair: Finance & Economics

Who Should Attend

This webinar is ideal for:

• Aspiring PhD candidates exploring research areas
• Early-stage researchers shaping their dissertation focus
• Academics and professionals interested in management research
• Anyone seeking to understand how to choose impactful research problems

Your Research Journey Starts Here

A well-chosen PhD topic can open doors to meaningful research, academic collaborations, and global recognition. This session will equip participants with frameworks and guidance to approach topic selection as a strategic career decision, not just an academic requirement.

Participants will also learn about the Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) at Great Lakes — a rigorous doctoral programme that nurtures future educators, researchers, and thought leaders.

Event Details

📅 Date: 1 November 2025

🕒 Time: 3:00 PM onwards

📍 Mode: Online (via Zoom)

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Contact Information

For queries or guidance, contact:

📞 Gayathri, FPM Counselor – +91 7824011555 (9:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Mon–Fri)

✉️ Email: fpm.admissions@greatlakes.edu.in

About Great Lakes Institute of Management

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai, is among India’s premier B-schools known for academic excellence, innovative pedagogy, and research impact. Through its Fellow Programme in Management (FPM), Great Lakes empowers scholars to pursue rigorous research, publish in top journals, and make meaningful contributions to academia and industry alike.